[Spridgets] Sticky bearing

[Michael Rowe]

What is the meaning of a well-oiled bearing that always sticks at rest, but once moving turns freely?

I have just taken out two differentials.  Both were turning freely when I took them out; I flushed with kerosene, then degreaser; and re-oiled with engine oil.  Both seized completely when dry before re-oiling.  One freed up completely when oiled, and the other remains sticky at rest.

Michael Rowe
'74 Bugeyed Midget